1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
