1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 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 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
