1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 Honda Avancier 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
