1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
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 Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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 Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero 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 Ranchero | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 110.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 91.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |