1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 176 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Matador | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
