1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 748 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gremlin | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
