1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 231 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
