1977 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 751 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Matador | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
