1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 20 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 166 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ambassador | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
