1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 67 kg more than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
