1977 AMC Matador vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 451 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 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 1977 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1990 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Matador | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |