1974 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2010 Holden Colorado is newer by 36 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) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Holden Colorado. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Colorado.
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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Colorado. (313 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2010 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
