1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 4 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1986 Nissan Silvia 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Ambassador | Silvia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |