1972 AMC Matador vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 30 kg more 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Matador | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
