1972 AMC Matador vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 166 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 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Matador | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
