1977 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 969 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
