1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |