1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1982 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 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 19 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 27 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | Javelin | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
