1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1980 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 8 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 367 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609. 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1980 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Javelin | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
