1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 166 kg more than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Ambassador | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2857 mm |
