1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
