1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 30 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | AMC | Lotus |
| Model | Gremlin | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
