1972 AMC Matador vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 5 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Matador | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |