1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
