1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Matador | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
