1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 981 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
