1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 13 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 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 |
