1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Gremlin | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
