1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 24 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, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 404 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
