1974 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 794 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Sienna |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |