1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 18 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | AMC | Rover |
| Model | Gremlin | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
