1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
