1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 766 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Matador | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
