1972 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AMC | Skoda |
| Model | Matador | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1215 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 |
