1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Silverado |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |