1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
