1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 51 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 Dodge JOURNEY 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 Dodge JOURNEY 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 78 L |
