1977 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 59 L |
