1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
