1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 29 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 193 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 887 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | U4 B |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
