1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | 190 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
