1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Ambassador | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |