1974 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Matador | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 106 L |
