1972 AMC Matador vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 218 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | 140 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |