1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 552 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 104 L |
