1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette 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 109 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 342 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Javelin | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
