1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 24 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 227 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Crew 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 | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Javelin | Crew |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
