1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 24 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 306 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | AMC | Rover |
| Model | Gremlin | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
