1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 715 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matador | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3001 mm |
