1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 168 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Gremlin | Dart |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
