1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 428 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Ambassador | Commodore |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |