2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 820 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sienna | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Toyota | Austin |
| Model | Sienna | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
