1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | GMC | Austin |
| Model | Suburban | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
