1977 AMC Matador vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 94 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | Matador | Safari |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |