1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1984 Austin Ambassador and 1984 Suzuki Fronte 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 54 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | Ambassador | Fronte |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2160 mm |