2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 25 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 293 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Austin |
| Model | Outlander | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
