1972 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 81 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
