1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 945 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
