1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3500 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 | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |
