1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 143 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Ambassador | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |