1974 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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 68 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Matador | Frontier |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |