1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 71 L |
