1977 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 455 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 106 L |
