1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Ambassador | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
