1972 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 229 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Matador | Rekord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |