1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Ambassador | Ranger |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |