1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 157 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
