1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 787 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |