1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
