1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 26 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), 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Ambassador | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
