1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 2007 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Matador | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1990 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 |