1972 AMC Matador vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 101 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
