1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Silverado |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 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 | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |