1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ambassador | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
