1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 207 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.
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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |
