1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Matador | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
