1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre 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 151 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 138 kg more than 1984 Buick LeSabre. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Matador | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |