1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1972 AMC Javelin and 1972 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 292 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Javelin (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Javelin | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | Javelin | Luce |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |