1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 41 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Ambassador | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
