1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 39 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 398 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ambassador | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
