1972 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 462 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Matador 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make AMC Toyota
Model Matador Land Cruiser
Year Released 1972 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 103 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.4:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1484 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 87 L


 

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