1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1256 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.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |