1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Ambassador | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |