1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Matador | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
