1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 63 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 2 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
