1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 181 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | Ambassador | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |
