1977 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 129 kg more than 1977 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Matador | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 549 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 113 L |