1972 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 Toyota Venza, 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
