1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 759 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
