1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona 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 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 35 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 252 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Gremlin | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
