1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 Austin Ambassador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1983 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | Taft |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |
