1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1979 Buick Estate is newer by 9 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 699 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Gremlin | Estate |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |