1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 56 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
