1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3240 mm |
