1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 675 kg more than 1983 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Austin |
| Model | Blazer | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
