1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 137 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
