1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 568 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 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | AMC | Jeep |
| Model | Matador | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 93 L |
