1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1206 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Javelin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Javelin | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
