1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 103 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
