1972 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan 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 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 159 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 289 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
