1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |