1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Ambassador | Sable |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |