1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 3 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gremlin | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
