1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Ambassador | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
