1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Matador | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |