1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 652 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
