1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 436 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Matador | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
