1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Expedition |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |