1972 AMC Matador vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 634 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Matador | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |
