1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 203 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 914 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Matador | Fusca |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |