1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 616 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Ambassador | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
