1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 284 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | AMC | Hyundai |
Model | Matador | Equus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |