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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 | 4228 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
