1972 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |