1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 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 52 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 147 kg more 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ambassador | Caprice |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |