1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 44 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Matador | Evora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
