2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Dodge | Austin |
| Model | Durango | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
