1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
