1972 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 566 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 99 L |
