1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
