1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 19 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 597 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | AMC | Rover |
| Model | Javelin | 100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
