1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 43 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (328 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 88 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.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Ambassador | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2935 mm |
