1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 201 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3070 mm |
