1974 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 678 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 1974 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 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 73 L |
