1977 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 544 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1977 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Matador | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 53 L |
