1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1046 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Matador | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
