1972 AMC Matador vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 653 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.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
