1977 AMC Matador vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 111 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | Matador | XJS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |