1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 302 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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 (427 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
