1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 335 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 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Matador | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
