1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
