1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 86 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.
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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Gremlin | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
