1974 AMC Matador vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 592 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | HD |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
