1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 421 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Matador | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |
