1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | Ambassador | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
