1972 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1978 Ford Taunus 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1978 Ford Taunus | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Taunus |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |