1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
