1972 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
