1998 Acura NSX vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 21 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, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX 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:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | NSX | Matador |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
