1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador 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 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
