1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza 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 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 7 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 212 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Gremlin | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
