1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 353 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 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Ambassador | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2659 mm |
