1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
