1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
