1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 248 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Matador | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
