1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 506 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
