1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 311 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
