1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter 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 82 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 492 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Javelin | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
