2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 501 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.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Jeep | Austin |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
