1972 AMC Matador vs. 1971 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1971 Matra-Simca M530 has manual transmission. 1971 Matra-Simca M530 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 | 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | AMC | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Matador | M530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
