1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 577 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 @ 3300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |
