1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |
