1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 202 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | AMC | Avanti |
Model | Ambassador | Avanti |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |