1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 718 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
