1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1141 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
