1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | AMC | Citroen |
| Model | Matador | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 71 L |
