1992 Acura NSX vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 20 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1992 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Acura NSX 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:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | NSX | Matador |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
