1972 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 168 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Supra. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra 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 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Supra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |