1972 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 13 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 116 L |
