1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 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 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Matador | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |