1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 815 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
