1972 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 239 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
