1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 157 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (382 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
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 | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |