1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 15 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, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 69 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Javelin | Senator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
