1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Highlander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 73 L |