1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Swift 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 189 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 998 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
