1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 84 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | AMC | Jeep |
Model | Matador | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |