1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 104 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (332 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
