1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 538 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | Calais |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
