1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 9 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 87 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Javelin | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
