1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 22 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 188 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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, 1994 Holden Barina, 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Ambassador | Barina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
