1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
