1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 732 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 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Ambassador | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2745 mm |
