1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
