1974 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | AMC | Chrysler |
Model | Matador | 300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |