1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 888 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ambassador | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
