1972 AMC Matador vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 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 165 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 584 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Matador | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
