1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | AMC | Saturn |
| Model | Ambassador | Relay |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3080 mm |
