1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
