1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Venza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 67 L |