1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matador | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
