1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Ambassador | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |