1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 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 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 214 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Ambassador | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
