1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 37 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
