1974 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 100 L |