1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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 (332 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
