1977 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 154 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 87 L |
