2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 140 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Toyota | Austin |
Model | Highlander | Ambassador |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |