1974 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador 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 62 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 317 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | GTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 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 | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
