1972 AMC Matador vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 194 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 Volvo X670 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 X670 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | X670 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2815 mm |