1972 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |