1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 358 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour. 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 Ford Contour, 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Contour |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |