1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, both 1970 AMC Gremlin and 1970 Chrysler Centura were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 169 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | AMC | Chrysler |
Model | Gremlin | Centura |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |