1972 AMC Matador vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 13 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.
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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
