1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
