1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 477 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
