1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 28 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 577 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Capa, 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Capa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
