1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
