1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 397 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | Levante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
