1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 988 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
