1972 AMC Matador vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 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 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 80 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 715 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | 343 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |