1987 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1984 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Honda | Austin |
Model | Accord | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |