1977 AMC Matador vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 461 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Matador | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3522 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
