1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 528 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | AMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Javelin | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
