1977 AMC Matador vs. 1974 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 531 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1974 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Matador | Charger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
