1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Plymouth Road Runner
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Plymouth Road Runner were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Road Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 182 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Road Runner.
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. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Plymouth Road Runner has manual transmission. 1972 Plymouth Road Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Plymouth Road Runner | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ambassador | Road Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2980 mm |
