1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1998 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 26 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, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 262 kg more than 1998 Buick Century.
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, 1998 Buick Century, 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1998 Buick Century | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Ambassador | Century |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |