1972 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
