1972 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1031 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 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, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
