1974 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | S60 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |