1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 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 23 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 493 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
