1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
