1972 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Toyota Allion 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 344 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Allion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
