1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1295 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Ambassador has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Ambassador will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Ambassador | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |