1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 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 104 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
