1972 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, both 1972 AMC Matador and 1972 Vauxhall Viscount were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Viscount.
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. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Viscount 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.
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1972 AMC Matador | 1972 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | AMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Matador | Viscount |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |