1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Austin |
| Model | Cutlass | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
