1972 AMC Matador vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 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, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 63 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |