1972 AMC Matador vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 404 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1972 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
