1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 32 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) has 4 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Ambassador | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
