1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (151 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Javelin | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
