1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 7 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Ambassador | Regal |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |