1972 AMC Matador vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 239 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
