1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 33 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 466 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 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | AMC | Daewoo |
| Model | Matador | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
