1995 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 103 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord 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:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Accord | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
