1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Cadillac Calais
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Cadillac Calais were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Calais. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1972 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | Calais |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
