1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 787 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Ambassador | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
