1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 573 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 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2707 mm |
