1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Cadillac | Austin |
Model | Seville | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |