1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 727 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | AMC | Marcos |
| Model | Ambassador | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
