1972 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 122 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Matador | MPV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
