1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 555 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 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AMC | Jensen |
| Model | Gremlin | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
