1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 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 109 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Ambassador | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
