1972 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Matador | Aspen |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |