1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 7 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), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 218 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Javelin | LTD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
