1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace 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 142 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 534 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Matador | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
