1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
