1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |