1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 305 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Ambassador | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
