1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 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, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 283 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AMC | Citroen |
| Model | Gremlin | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
