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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 477 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
