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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 304 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 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 | 4228 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 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 |
