1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 12 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 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 192 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
