1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 104 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |