1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Javelin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Javelin 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 122 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 767 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Javelin | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
