1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 Toyota Sera, 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 (265 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Sera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
