1972 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 32 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 118 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Matador | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
