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 113 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
