1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 58 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 834 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 AMC Javelin has manual transmission. 1972 AMC Javelin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Javelin | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
