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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 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 1226 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 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 | 4982 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2990 mm |
