1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 782 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3042 mm |
