1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 15 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Matador | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
