1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 404 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Javelin | Catera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
