1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 28 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Matador | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |