1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 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 109 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 200 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Javelin | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
