1972 AMC Matador vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 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 126 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
