1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 198 kg more 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | AMC | Jeep |
| Model | Matador | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
