1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 25 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 48 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Renault Safrane, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | AMC | Renault |
Model | Ambassador | Safrane |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |