1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ambassador | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
