1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 600 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 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1835 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2922 mm |
