1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 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 53 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 114 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | AMC | Avanti |
| Model | Matador | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
