1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 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 6 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 122 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Gremlin | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
