1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 19 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | YRV |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
