1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 233 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Gremlin | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
