1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 101 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, 2013 Volvo C70, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Ambassador | C70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
