1974 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Matador | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
