1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Matador | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
