1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 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 157 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 800 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
