1972 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 161 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Record |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
