1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Ambassador | Forester |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |