1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 106 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Venza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |