1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 347 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 (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Ambassador | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |