1977 AMC Matador vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 36 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Matador | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 71 L |
