1972 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 184 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Matador | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
