1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper 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 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Viper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
