1974 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 462 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
