1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Ambassador | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
