1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 169 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.
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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Gremlin | 944 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |