1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 80 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 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Ambassador | XC70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2815 mm |