1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1191 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.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Expedition |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 127 L |