1977 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 96 kg more than 2007 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Matador | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
