1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 306 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Javelin | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
