1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 178 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
