1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 421 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Matador | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
