1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
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, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Ambassador | Seville |
Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |