1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 144 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Gremlin | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
