1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Ambassador | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2619 mm |
