1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (151 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 910 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | AMC | Caterham |
| Model | Javelin | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| 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 | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
