1977 AMC Matador vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 61 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Matador | GS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
