1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra 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 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 140 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 638 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Ambassador | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
