1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 441 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | Matador | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
