1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (151 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | AMC | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Javelin | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
