1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 12 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 64 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 596 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Ambassador | Camira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
