1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
