1977 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 34 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |