1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Matador | Duster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2673 mm |
