1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1969 AMC Hornet
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 358 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1969 AMC Hornet | |
Make | AMC | AMC |
Model | Ambassador | Hornet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |