1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 558 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Javelin | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
