1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 808 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Ambassador | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |