1972 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 833 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
