1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 132 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Gremlin | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
