1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1994 Toyota Supra 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Supra weights approximately 439 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Gremlin | Supra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |