1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 227 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
