1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 153 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | AMX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
