1977 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 466 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | 250 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 78 L |
