1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 36 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 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2967 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 | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
