1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 8 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 585 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 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
