1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 114 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1972 AMC Javelin has manual transmission. 1972 AMC Javelin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Javelin | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
