1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 31 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 627 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
