1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, both 1982 Austin Ambassador and 1982 Opel Ascona were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Ambassador | Ascona |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |