1974 AC 428 vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 428 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
