1999 Acura Integra vs. 1974 AMC Matador
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 622 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1974 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | Integra | Matador |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |
