1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 125 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Ambassador | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |