1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 123 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | AMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Javelin | Volare |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
