1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
