1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
