1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 326 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Gremlin | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
