1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe.
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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
