1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Hyundai H100. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai H100 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 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | H100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
