1974 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 28 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 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 253 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
