1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Matador | Silverado |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |