1974 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 397 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Dart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
