1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 189 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | AMC | SsangYong |
Model | Matador | Stavic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |