1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ambassador | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
