1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 964 weights approximately 38 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.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 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, 1991 Porsche 964 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, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Gremlin | 964 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
