1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 23 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 77 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 453 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ambassador | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
