1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia 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 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 181 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
