1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 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 172 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | Javelin | Comet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
