1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 38 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ambassador | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
