1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
