1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 515 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
