1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 391 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Ambassador | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
