1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica 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 37 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 412 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
