1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 3 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 154 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 712 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1975 Holden Torana | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Ambassador | Torana |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |