1972 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
