1977 AMC Matador vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 89 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
