1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 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 72 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 613 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Ambassador | Skylark |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |