1972 AMC Matador vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 439 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.

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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Matador 2012 SsangYong Stavic
Make AMC SsangYong
Model Matador Stavic
Year Released 1972 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 86.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1484 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 80 L


 

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