1977 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
