1977 AMC Matador vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 752 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Matador | Savana |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |
