1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 21 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 126 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Gremlin | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
