1977 AMC Matador vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 389 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |
