1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 149 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 533 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1974 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Rover 2000 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 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | AMC | Rover |
| Model | Ambassador | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
