1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 153 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 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | A7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2914 mm |
