1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 215 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Supra 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 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Javelin | Supra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| 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 | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
