1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 206 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.
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 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Matador | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |