1972 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 194 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |