1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 576 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Express |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
