1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
