1977 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 29 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, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Matador | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
