1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Javelin | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
