1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 373 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Matador | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |