1972 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 191 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.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Matador | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
