1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 135 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | AMC | Saturn |
| Model | Matador | Vue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
