1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 24 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 208 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Today |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
