1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 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 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 10 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 186 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1975 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1975 Volvo 264 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 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Ambassador | 264 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
