1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 39 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, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 8 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | AMC | Acura |
| Model | Matador | TL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
