1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2741 mm |