AMC Matador 3.8 1972 specs
General information
| Model: | AMC Matador 3.8 |
| Year: | 1972 |
| Category: | Large/luxury cars |
| Manufacturer: | AMC |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | V8 |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 5897 ccm |
| Max power: | 223.1 PS (165 kW) at 4400 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 427 Nm at 3100 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 8.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 103.6 x 87.3 mm (4.1 x 3.4 inches) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Automatic, 3-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 177 km/h (110 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1394 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors: | 4 |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1600 kg (3527.4 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 5240 mm (206.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1970 mm (77.6 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1370 mm (53.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 3000 mm (118.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 74 litres (19.55 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |






















