1972 AMC Matador vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 19 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 154 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
