1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | AMC | Jeep |
| Model | Matador | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
