1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1982 Austin Ambassador and 1982 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1982 Lincoln Continental 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | Ambassador | Continental |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |