1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 564 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | Matador | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |