1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 128 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 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 Peugeot 605, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Gremlin | 605 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
