1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 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 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1149 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |
