1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 6 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 227 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 (403 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Ambassador | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
