1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega 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 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 95 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Ambassador | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
