1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (469 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
