1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 7 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 133 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | LTD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3080 mm |
