1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 203 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Matador | Nitro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 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 | 1600 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |