1974 AMC Matador vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 227 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
