1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 35 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 144 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 348 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Ambassador | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
