1982 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, both 1982 Mitsubishi Starion and 1982 Austin Ambassador were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (145 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Mitsubishi Starion | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Austin |
Model | Starion | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 91 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |