1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 12 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
