1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 21 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Gremlin | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
