1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 200 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | AMC | Pontiac |
Model | Matador | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |