1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird 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) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 773 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
