1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
