1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 685 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |