1999 Acura Integra vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 17 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura 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 35 kg more than 1999 Acura 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | Integra | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
