1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega 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 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 21 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 24 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Gremlin | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
