1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 129 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |