1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 662 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
