1977 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 486 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Matador | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
