2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
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, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Buick | Austin |
| Model | Enclave | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
