1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 14 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
