1972 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 204 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Matador | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 46 L |
