1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Ambassador | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |