1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century 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 22 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 333 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Javelin | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
