1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Windom. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Windom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Windom. (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Windom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
