1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1150 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 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3002 mm |
