1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 789 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.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Gremlin | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
