1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Ambassador | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
