1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 320 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Caprice |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |