1972 AMC Matador vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 8 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 82 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Matador | Electra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |