1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Matador | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |