1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
