1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 203 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Ambassador | Ascona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |