1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 33 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 159 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
