1974 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
