1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica 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 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 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 104 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
