1992 Honda Integra vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra.
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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Integra 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:
| 1992 Honda Integra | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Integra | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
