1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 273 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Ambassador | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2748 mm |