1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 32 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2004 Honda Avancier 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
