1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 30 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 193 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | AMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Javelin | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
