1972 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 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 132 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 156 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Matador | Seville |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |