1974 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | AMC | Chrysler |
Model | Matador | 300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |