1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | AMC | Checker |
| Model | Ambassador | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4760 mm |
