1977 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 264 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
