1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 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 66 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 447 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Gremlin | R5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
