1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 262 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Ambassador | Impreza |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |