1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1984 Austin Ambassador and 1984 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Ambassador | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |