1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 335 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 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Ambassador | TT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2469 mm |