1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 473 kg more 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Matador | Viano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
