1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 28 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 47 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ambassador | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
