1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
