1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 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 102 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 682 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
