1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |