1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AMC | Skoda |
| Model | Matador | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
