1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 27 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, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 457 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | RX-Evolv |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
