1972 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
