1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Matador | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |