1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
