1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
