1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 3 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309.
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, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 309 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
