1977 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 20 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 396 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | AMC | Kia |
Model | Matador | Potentia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |