1972 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 443 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Matador | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |