1972 AMC Matador vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon 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 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
