1974 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 515 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Matador | Touareg |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 100 L |