1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
