1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Javelin | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
