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 Cadillac Calais (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 4228 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
