1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 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), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Ambassador | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
