1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 56 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
