1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 7 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 60 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 194 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Gremlin | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
