1977 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 23 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, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 341 kg more than 2000 Buick Century.
Because 1977 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Matador | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
