1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 532 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Matador | Materia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |