1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord 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 79 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 828 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
