1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 703 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Javelin | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
