1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Austin Ambassador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 1980 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Ambassador | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
