1972 AMC Matador vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 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 40 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Matador | 760 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
