1977 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 24 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, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 416 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
