1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 19 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, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 112 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Gremlin | Laser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
