1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 8 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Ambassador | GTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
