1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
