1972 AMC Matador vs. 1987 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 216 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1987 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | AMC | Avanti |
| Model | Matador | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
