1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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 82 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 428 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. 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, 1991 Audi 100, 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | 100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
