1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Ambassador | V50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
