1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1984 Austin Ambassador and 1984 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1984 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1984 Nissan Skyline 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. 1984 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Ambassador | Skyline |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |