1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 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 102 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 402 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Javelin | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
