1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 266 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Gremlin | 616 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
