1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 683 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ambassador | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |