1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 18 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 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 428 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | AMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Gremlin | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
