1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | AMC | Hyundai |
Model | Ambassador | Terracan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 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 | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |