1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 103 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Matador | Carens |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
