1972 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1740 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.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
