1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
