1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 893 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | 616 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
