1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 8 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 324 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Gremlin | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
