1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1976 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 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 157 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Javelin | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
