1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1976 Mazda 1000 is newer by 4 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 1000 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 | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | Ambassador | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |