1977 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 8 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 581 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
