1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 374 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1976 Ford Escort | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Gremlin | Escort |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |