1972 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
