1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 11 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gremlin | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
