1972 AMC Matador vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 9 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, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 Volvo 260.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | 260 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |