1977 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |
