1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 522 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | AMC | Donkervoort |
| Model | Gremlin | D8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
