1972 AMC Matador vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 453 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |
