1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 750 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
