1972 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 844 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matador | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
