1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 5 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Cressida |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |