1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 27 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, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | R8R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
