1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Matador | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
