1977 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matador | W12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
