1972 AMC Matador vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 257 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Matador | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
