1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 54 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AMC | Pontiac |
Model | Ambassador | Firebird |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |