1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1983 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, both 1983 Austin Ambassador and 1983 Land Rover Serie III were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Land Rover Serie III is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Land Rover Serie III weights approximately 199 kg more than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1983 Land Rover Serie III 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, 1983 Land Rover Serie III 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1983 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Ambassador | Serie III |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
