1974 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2009 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
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 | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |