1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
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 | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |