1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 233 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gremlin | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
