1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 11 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 848 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | Quintet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |