1993 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador. 1983 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1983 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Accord | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
