1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape 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, both vehicles can yield 255 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1169 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
