1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 295 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
