1972 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 224 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
