1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Ambassador | S80 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2835 mm |