1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 502 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | AMC | Kia |
Model | Matador | Borrego |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 78 L |