1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 23 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, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 127 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
