1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | AMC | Lotus |
Model | Matador | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 32 L |