1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
