1972 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 627 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Record |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
