1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 30 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1040 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2895 mm |
