1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 5 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 22 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 413 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Javelin | Estate |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
