1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Matador | Sable |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |