1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 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 147 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Javelin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Javelin | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
