1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 102 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Gremlin | Rekord |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |