1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ambassador | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
