1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 463 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Javelin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Javelin | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
