1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 252 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 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Ambassador | Sportage |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |