1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Matador | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
