1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
