1972 AMC Matador vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 556 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 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | AMC | Tata |
| Model | Matador | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
