1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 935 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 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1984 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Toyota | Austin |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
