1972 AMC Matador vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 460 kg more than 1982 Toyota Cressida. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Cressida |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |