1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 25 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Versa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
