1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 23 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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 (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ambassador | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
