1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Ambassador | Escalade |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |