1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3400 mm |
