1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 289 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Ambassador | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |