1972 AMC Matador vs. 1974 AMC Matador
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 162 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1974 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AMC | AMC |
| Model | Matador | Matador |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 92 L |
