1972 AMC Matador vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 is newer by 5 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 219 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | AMC | Rover |
| Model | Matador | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
